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NDSU Extension shares tested, research-based food preservation methods so the home preserver can be confident in the safety and quality of the product they preserve. Explore our resources for step-by-step procedures, best practices and even information to troubleshoot problems if your product does not turn out.

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Food Preservation 101 Online Course

NDSU Extension and Cankdeska Cikana Community College have partnered to bring you five educational modules on food preservation! 

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Food Preservation Publications

A Pocket Guide to Care and Handling of Fish from Stream to Table

Proper handling of fish from the time you catch them until you get them to the table will help maintain optimum eating quality. Keep the following fish handling tips in mind.

A Pocket Guide to Care and Handling of Game Birds from Field to Table

Game birds offer a challenge to hunters and the reward of a delicious meal at the table if they are handled properly at each step. Game birds have various distinctive flavors and are excellent sources of protein, similar in these respects…

A Pocket Guide to Meals in the Field

Healthful meals help maintain energy and focus during work. Busy seasons for farmers can often be unpredictable. Try planning your meals in advance to make things easier, save on time and give you one less thing to think about while…

Beginners Guide to Raising Chickens

There has been a recent movement for homeowners to get involved in raising backyard poultry. Backyard poultry can offer families the opportunity to raise their own meat and eggs, as well as involvement in 4-H. This publication outlines the…

Canning and Freezing Tomatoes and Making Salsa

Many people grow tomatoes in their traditional or container gardens. With a good year, you may want to preserve some tomatoes to enjoy during the winter. The recommendations in this publication take into account numerous tomato varieties,…

Field to Fork Basil

Learn about growing, storing and preserving basil, and view cooking tips and recipes using basil.

Field to Fork Cilantro

Learn about growing, storing and preserving cilantro, and view cooking tips and recipes.

Field to Fork Dill

Learn about growing, storing and preserving dill, and view cooking tips and recipes using dill.

Field to Fork Mint

Learn about growing, storing and preserving mint, and view cooking tips and recipes using mint.

Field to Fork Rosemary

Learn about growing, storing and preserving rosemary, and view cooking tips and recipes using rosemary.
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